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Addressing data center power demand
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Fusion42 · 28 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The global surge in data center power demand, driven by factors including AI growth, poses critical challenges for energy supply, grid management, and infrastructure. The MIT Energy Initiative's Data Center Power Forum is advancing research on energy-efficient technologies, grid optimisation, and low-carbon solutions to address these challenges.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Deep Tech: Telecom & Connectivity.
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The rising electricity needs of data centers are shifting investment and innovation priorities in energy supply and grid management. You must explore partnerships and technologies that cut power usage or provide low-carbon alternatives to stay competitive and meet regulatory expectations.
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